The Complete Pet Nutrition blog is home to practical pet food articles and everyday guidance for life with cats and dogs. This is where we share real tips that help you understand what goes into the bowl, what your pet needs at each life stage, and how small feeding habits make a big difference.
Our collection of pet food articles covers everything from reading labels to portion control, weight management, switching diets and choosing between different types of pet food. These blogs link naturally to our wider education content, where you can explore topics like ingredients, digestibility and safe transitioning in more detail.
Not every article is strictly about food. Many cover behaviour, enrichment, training, seasonal care and vet-backed wellbeing advice, because good nutrition works best alongside a healthy routine.
This library of pet food articles is designed to help you make confident, informed choices. For more guidance, explore our Products pages, visit the Education section, or read why Complete is often recommended by vets.
Here we were thinking only humans experienced thyroid problems! Turns out, dogs can suffer from hypothyroidism, too. The condition occurs when the thyroid overproduces thyroxine; a hormone that increases the metabolic rate. If missed or monitored incorrectly, it can lead to tumours – both benign and malignant. The good news?
Dogs vary in so many ways from their shape, size, colour, and coat. While certain breeds have commonalities in terms of their appearance, that’s not to say they don’t have a personality of their own. And any pet owner will likely agree, irrespective of the breed. The practice of breeding,
It’s a term that perhaps doesn’t roll off the tongue very easily, but its benefits couldn’t be simpler. Glucosamine is a nutrient best known for supporting your dog’s long-term joint health and mobility. It’s a combination of glutamine (an all-important amino acid) and glucose (sugar), that helps to form and
As pet owners, we’re constantly trying to tick as many nutritional boxes as we can to ensure our dog(s) remain happy and healthy. While you’re no doubt doing a great job, there are a few things to consider when it comes to their diet. One such example is determining whether
Protein is best known for its ability to build and repair muscles, and for supporting a healthy immune system. It also contains those all-important amino acids necessary for shiny coats and healthy skin. The best protein sources for dogs include chicken, fish, beef, pork, turkey, and duck but the amount
Pet parents will know the temptation of giving leftover food to our dogs. It’s almost a way of making them feel part of the family! At least that’s how we view it. While many have their opinions about whether or not leftovers are good for dogs, there’s no right or
Maintaining your pet’s weight will assist in keeping their blood sugar levels down, lowering their cholesterol, and reducing the risk of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. One fail-safe way to get this right is by monitoring their calorie consumption. Now, if you’re anything like us, it’s an intimidating thought. Especially considering
Is it just us, or does the mere mention of ‘fats’ in food send us spinning? Many believe them to be bad and the reason for weight gain. The reality? Your body needs healthy fats for energy and to support cell growth. Of course, moderation is key to avoid adverse
As much as we’d love to turn back the clock, or stop time entirely, our pets are going to age whether we like it or not. Those of you with senior dogs will know that it’s still a joy having them around, but there’s a need to tailor their activities
Pet owners often associate health problems in dogs with their specific breed. Bulldogs, for example, are notorious for overheating, Labradors are known to easily gain weight, German Shepards are more susceptible to hip dysplasia, and the list goes on. While each breed has its ‘quirks’, it’s not to say that